Research, Development and Continuous Innovation
As Tanış A.Ş., with our experience of more than 60 years in the milling sector, we position continuous innovation and technological development at the center of our corporate philosophy. In our R&D center, our expert engineers and researchers work to develop innovative solutions that will overcome the challenges faced by the milling industry, increase efficiency and support sustainability. The R&D projects we carry out in a wide range from process innovation to product development, from digital technologies to materials science, enable us to offer value-added solutions to our customers and maintain our technological leadership in the sector. With our open innovation approach and collaborative R&D strategy, we develop technologies that shape the future of the milling sector together with universities, research institutions and technology partners.
As Tanış A.Ş., we have placed innovation at the center of our corporate culture. Our R&D Center is our innovation base where we develop next-generation solutions in milling technologies. Our continuously developed R&D Center is equipped with modern equipment and test systems.
Within our R&D Center:
Advanced Materials Testing Laboratory: In our special laboratory where wear-resistant materials are developed and tested, we work on new generation materials that will increase the life and performance of mill equipment.
Product Quality and Analysis Laboratory: In our laboratory equipped with modern devices that evaluate grain and flour quality, we develop solutions that will improve our customers’ product quality.
Prototype Development Unit: In this unit where we quickly turn our innovative ideas into prototypes, we accelerate the transition process from theory to practice.
Simulation and Modeling Center: In this center equipped with computers, we create digital models of mill systems and perform flow simulations and structural analyses.
Pilot Mill Facility: Our pilot facility where we test new technologies under real operating conditions enables us to develop scalable solutions.
We continuously invest in our R&D infrastructure and expand our testing and analysis capacity by following the latest technologies. Our laboratories are designed in accordance with international standards.
As Tanış A.Ş., our innovation strategy is based on closely following the trends that shape the future of the milling sector and developing solutions that will provide competitive advantage to our customers. By integrating our R&D activities with our corporate innovation culture, we implement a structured process management extending from idea generation to commercialization.
The main components of our innovation approach:
Systematic Innovation Methodology: Using methodologies such as Theory of Inventive Problem Solving and Design Thinking, we systematically develop creative solutions.
Open Innovation Platform: We collaborate with our suppliers, customers, academic institutions and start-ups to integrate externally sourced ideas into our innovation process.
Project Management Model: We manage our R&D projects with a phased evaluation process from the idea stage to commercialization, directing our resources to projects with the highest potential.
Innovation Incentive System: We reward our employees’ creative ideas and encourage innovative thinking with internal entrepreneurship programs.
We continuously update our technology roadmap in line with sector trends, customer needs and our strategic goals, and plan our short, medium and long-term R&D projects accordingly.
As Tanış A.Ş., we focus our R&D studies on strategic technology areas that will shape the future of the milling sector. The main focus points of our research and development activities are:
Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Production
- Low energy consumption mill machines and systems
- Waste heat recovery technologies
- Process optimizations that reduce carbon footprint
- Tempering systems that minimize water consumption
- Renewable energy integration solutions
Smart Mill Systems and Industry 4.0
- Process control systems integrated with IoT sensors
- Cloud-based monitoring and management platforms
- AI-supported optimization algorithms
- Predictive maintenance and fault diagnosis systems
- Autonomous production and automatic quality control systems
Advanced Material Technologies
- Wear-resistant coatings
- High-performance ceramic and metal alloys
- Antimicrobial surface technologies that enhance food safety
- Lightweight and durable composite structures
- Energy-efficient bearing and sealing systems
- Technologies that increase grain processing efficiency
- Grinding systems that minimize gluten damage
- Innovative grinding techniques that improve flour quality
- Alternative grain processing methodologies
- Special mill systems for gluten-free products
Digital Twin and Simulation Technologies
- Optimum screen designs with flow dynamics
- Structural optimization with finite element analysis
- Digital twin-based process optimization
- Simulation-supported product development
- Virtual reality-supported training systems
The technologies we develop in these focus areas provide our customers with concrete benefits such as energy savings, efficiency increase, product quality improvement and total cost of ownership reduction.
The most valuable asset of Tanış A.Ş. R&D Center is our qualified human resources consisting of expert engineers, researchers and technical personnel from different disciplines.
The areas of expertise of our team include disciplines such as:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical-Electronics Engineering
- Food Engineering
- Materials Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
Our interdisciplinary working culture enables us to address complex problems from different perspectives and develop holistic solutions.
For the continuous development of our R&D human resources, we organize activities such as:
- Participation in domestic and international academic conferences
- Participation in sectoral fairs and technology events
- Supporting our employees’ master’s and doctoral education
- Technical training and certification programs
- Foreign language and personal development trainings
Within the scope of our close relations with the academic world, we work with consultant faculty members from universities and provide opportunities to doctoral and master’s students in their thesis studies. We share our research results with the scientific world through academic publications and conference papers.
- Scholarships and thesis support for master’s and doctoral students
- Internship and graduation project opportunities
- Research opportunities for academics in our R&D Center
- Joint publication applications
- Regular technology evaluation meetings with academic advisory board
Collaborations with Technology Ventures
- Close relations with technoparks and incubation centers
- Pilot application and testing opportunities for start-ups
- Open innovation competitions and hackathon events
- Early-stage technology investments
- Cooperation protocols with technology transfer offices
Through these collaborations, both academic knowledge accumulation is transformed into industrial applications, and our sectoral experience guides academic research.
As Tanış A.Ş., we conduct comprehensive R&D studies to lead the digital transformation of the milling sector and integrate Industry 4.0 technologies into mill systems. Our vision is to provide competitive advantage to our customers by developing data-driven, autonomous, energy-efficient and smart mill systems.
Our Digital Transformation Projects
Smart Sensor Networks and IoT Solutions
- Real-time monitoring of all mill parameters with wireless sensor networks
- Local data processing and fast response systems with edge computing
- Remote monitoring and control capability via cloud platform
- Instant notifications and reporting with mobile applications
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Determining optimal grinding parameters according to grain quality
- Energy consumption optimization algorithms
- Grain and flour quality analysis with image processing
- Anomaly detection and predictive maintenance applications
Digital Twin and Simulation Technologies
- Creating virtual models of mill systems
- Updating simulations with real-time data
- Process optimization with “what-if” scenarios
- Virtual reality applications for operator training
Automation and Robotic Applications
- Automatic packaging and palletizing systems
- Autonomous transport and logistics robots
- Augmented reality-supported service robots for remote maintenance
- Automated sampling and analysis systems for laboratory tests
Our “Smart Mill” concept we have developed provides energy savings, increased production efficiency, reduced labor costs and improved product quality consistency compared to traditional mills.
For Industry 4.0 transformation, we also offer our customers digital maturity assessment, digital roadmap creation and phased transformation planning services.
Innovation Power Through Collaboration
As Tanış A.Ş., we offer various collaboration opportunities to be part of the innovation ecosystem and increase our innovation capacity by collaborating with external stakeholders. We are open to collaboration with our potential business partners in the following areas in innovation and R&D:
Potential Collaboration Areas
Joint R&D Projects
- Materials science and wear-resistant technologies
- Industry 4.0 and digitalization solutions
- Energy efficiency and sustainable production
- Alternative grain processing technologies
- Food safety and quality control systems
Technology Transfer
- Licensing of our technologies
- Adaptation of externally sourced technologies
- Mutual technology transfer agreements
- Know-how sharing and technical consultancy
Consortium Projects
- International R&D programs
- International bilateral cooperation programs
- Consortium projects between industrial organizations
Start-up Collaborations
- Mentoring start-ups in milling and food technologies
- Testing and pilot application opportunities for entrepreneurs
- Joint product development and commercialization projects
- Strategic investment in advanced technology ventures
Our Innovation Challenge Program
With our “Milling Innovation Challenge” program, we evaluate innovative ideas of university students, academics, professionals and start-ups in the areas we determine, and provide financial support and development opportunities in our R&D Center to selected projects.
Our challenge themes:
- Artificial intelligence applications in mills
- Sustainable milling solutions
- Innovative technologies for processing alternative protein sources
Our R&D Services
By sharing our R&D infrastructure and knowledge accumulation with our external stakeholders, we offer the following services:
- Material testing and analysis services
- Prototype development and testing opportunities
- Pilot-scale production and validation
- Technical consultancy and feasibility studies
- Training and knowledge transfer programs
We invite you to contact our R&D Center to evaluate innovation collaboration opportunities, develop joint projects or benefit from our R&D services.
As Tanış A.Ş., we will continue to shape the future of the milling sector by making technology and innovation an integral part of our company culture.
